Automotive Industry News & Information - Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair

With temperatures dropping around the country, it’s understandably tempting to let your car or SUV idle to stay warm. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, one of our goals is to keep you informed on how to best care for your performance and luxury vehicles.

You may have heard the term CV axle before in reference to your car but aren’t entirely sure what it means. Here’s your answer, from Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, as well as a guide to determining if yours need replacement.

If you drive a standard shift vehicle, you probably know your clutch is an important part of your driving experience. Proper maintenance and use of the clutch will dramatically increase its lifespan, saving you a lot of money in the future. Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City explains:

Obviously, your fuel delivery system is an extremely important aspect of the running condition of your truck. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, our expert team of mechanics can treat and clean your fuel delivery system, ensuring you get the most out of your fleet.

Your turbocharger will work in essentially the same way, whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel pickup. While there are differences in designs and applications, turbos haven’t changed all that much over the past century. Now that you know what one is made of, we’ll look at how it works.

Your truck’s alignment is an essential aspect of its reliability and ride quality. From Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, here’s what you should know about the alignment on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup, from symptoms to keep an eye on, to how it affects your vehicle.

Your car’s fuel system works with the rest of the engine control system to deliver the best performance with the lowest emissions. Check your car’s fuel system regularly or immediately if you smell gas or suspect a problem.

What does it do? - The fuel system transfers fuel from the fuel tank and passes it through a fuel filter for straining before it arrives at the injectors. A pressure regulator controls fuel pressure to ensure good engine performance under a variety of speed and load conditions. Fuel injectors, when activated, spray a metered amount of fuel into the engine. Some vehicles use a return line system to return unused fuel back to the tank.

Most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we know where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability, and braking. Because of this, sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs when operating at high speeds.